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San Jose, CA to Palm Springs, CA by bus

The journey from San Jose, CA to Palm Springs, CA by bus is 622.02 km and takes 12 hrs 50 mins. There are 11 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:55 a.m. and the last at 11:45 p.m.. It is possible to travel from San Jose, CA to Palm Springs, CA by bus for as little as $72.50 or as much as $159.75. The best price for this journey is $72.50.

Lowest Price $72.50
Journey Duration 12 hrs 50 mins
Connection per Day 11
Lowest Price $72.50
Highest Price $159.75
First Departure 12:55 a.m.
Last Departure 11:45 p.m.
Distance 622.02 km
Departure San Jose, CA
Arrival Palm Springs, CA
Carriers Greyhound Lines, Inc., Amtrak

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When travelling to Palm Springs, CA by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Amtrak, FlixBus and Greyhound from San Jose, CA to Palm Springs, CA
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San Jose, CA to Palm Springs, CA CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
43.54kg
Bus
46.65kg
Flight
124.4kg
Car
99.52kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Palm Springs, CA?
A bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Palm Springs, CA is $119.06. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $72.50.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Palm Springs, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from San Jose, CA to Palm Springs, CA is $72.50. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between San Jose, CA and Palm Springs, CA by bus?
San Jose, CA to Palm Springs, CA is 622.02 km.
How long does the bus between San Jose, CA and Palm Springs, CA take?
San Jose, CA to Palm Springs, CA is on average 12 hrs 50 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 10 hrs 45 mins.
Which companies operate from San Jose, CA to Palm Springs, CA?
The bus journey from San Jose, CA to Palm Springs, CA is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., Amtrak, FlixBus and Greyhound.
How many bus connections per day go from San Jose, CA to Palm Springs, CA?
San Jose, CA to Palm Springs, CA has 11 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from San Jose, CA to Palm Springs, CA leave?
The earliest bus from San Jose, CA to Palm Springs, CA departs at 12:55 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from San Jose, CA to Palm Springs, CA depart?
The latest bus from San Jose, CA to Palm Springs, CA departs at 11:45 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from San Jose, CA to Palm Springs, CA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $72.50 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between San Jose, CA to Palm Springs, CA by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between San Jose, CA and Palm Springs, CA is 10 hrs 45 mins.
Is there a direct bus from San Jose, CA to Palm Springs, CA?
Yes, there is a direct bus between San Jose, CA and Palm Springs, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for San Jose, CA to Palm Springs, CA by bus?
The bus journey from San Jose, CA to Palm Springs, CA creates 46.65kg of CO2 emissions.

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